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A good solar quote shows the system size, expected production, equipment, warranties and the full price. Call to talk to an independent provider about a quote for your home.

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Home Solar Line connects you with an independent solar provider. We don't sell or install anything ourselves. Calls may be recorded.

  • Free call
  • No forms to fill out
  • Independent local providers
  • No obligation

Who this is for

Check all five before you call:

  • You own the home (not renting)
  • It's a single-family house or townhouse
  • The roof gets full sun or only light shade
  • Your power bill is over $100 a month
  • The home doesn't already have solar panels

Renting, in a condo, apartment or mobile home, under heavy shade, or already have panels? This line can't help with those, so please don't call.

What happens when you call

  1. Answer a few quick questionsDo you own the home, how much is your power bill, how sunny is the roof.
  2. Get connectedIf your home fits, you're put through to an independent solar provider who serves your area.
  3. Talk it through, then decideThey look at your roof and usage and explain options. No obligation to buy.

How to compare solar quotes

  • Compare price per watt

    Divide the total price by the system size in watts. It's the fairest way to compare two quotes for different-size systems.

  • Check the production estimate

    A quote should say how many kWh a year the system should make. Ask what shade and weather assumptions it uses.

  • Look at the equipment

    Panel and inverter brands and models, and whether there are microinverters or optimizers. Look up the manufacturer warranties.

  • Read the warranty terms

    Separate the equipment warranty from the installer's workmanship warranty, and ask about roof leak coverage.

  • Understand the financing

    For loans: rate, term and dealer fees. For leases and PPAs: the monthly amount, the escalator, and the buyout or transfer terms.

  • Know who does the work

    Some sellers hand the install to a subcontractor. Ask who will actually be on your roof.

Want a quote to compare? Call and get connected with a provider who serves your area.

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Red flags when shopping for solar

  • Pressure to sign on the spot, before you can compare.
  • Claims that solar costs nothing, or that a program pays for it entirely.
  • Promises that your power bill will go away.
  • A savings estimate with no production numbers or assumptions behind it.
  • No contractor license number or proof of insurance when you ask.
  • Vague financing terms, or a contract you aren't given time to read.

Buy, finance or lease

  • Pay cash

    Highest upfront cost, and you own the system outright. Every dollar it saves is yours, and it can add to the home's value.

  • Solar loan

    You own the system and pay it off over time. Compare the interest rate, the term and any dealer fees baked into the price.

  • Lease or PPA

    A company owns the panels on your roof and you pay a monthly amount or a rate per kWh. Low upfront cost, but read the escalator and what happens if you sell.

Questions to ask any solar provider

  • Do you install with your own crew, or use subcontractors?
  • Can I see your contractor license and proof of insurance?
  • How much will the system produce in a year, and what shade and usage assumptions is that based on?
  • What warranties cover the panels, the inverter, the workmanship and any roof penetrations?
  • What is the total price, and the price per watt?
  • If I finance, what are the rate, the term and any fees? If I lease, is there a yearly escalator?
  • Who pulls the permits and handles the utility interconnection?
  • What happens to the system or the contract if I sell the house?
  • How will I monitor production, and who do I call if it drops?

Ready to find out if your home is a fit?

One free call. Tell a provider about your roof and your bills, and decide from there.

Who this is for

Check all five before you call:

  • You own the home (not renting)
  • It's a single-family house or townhouse
  • The roof gets full sun or only light shade
  • Your power bill is over $100 a month
  • The home doesn't already have solar panels

Renting, in a condo, apartment or mobile home, under heavy shade, or already have panels? This line can't help with those, so please don't call.

Call to see if your home qualifies(877) 565-3409

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Questions

Are you a solar company?

No. Home Solar Line is a free phone line that connects homeowners with independent solar providers. We don't sell, design or install systems, and we don't set prices.

Does the call cost anything?

No. The call is free, and there's no obligation to buy anything from the provider you talk to.

Who qualifies?

Homeowners in a single-family house or townhouse with a roof that gets full or mostly full sun, a power bill over $100 a month, and no solar panels already. If that's not you, the provider won't be able to help.

Is solar free if I sign up?

No. Home solar is paid for with cash, a loan, or monthly lease or PPA payments. Be skeptical of any pitch that makes it sound like it costs nothing.

What about federal incentives?

The federal residential clean energy tax credit no longer applies to home systems placed in service after 2025, so be wary of any pitch built around it. Some states, utilities and local programs have their own incentives. They vary, so ask a provider what applies to your address.

Will I still get a power bill?

Almost always. Most solar homes stay connected to the grid and pay a connection charge plus whatever they use at night or on cloudy days.

Do I need a battery?

Not always. A battery can store daytime power for the evening or an outage. Whether it's worth it depends heavily on your utility's rules, so ask.

What if my roof is old?

Say so on the call. Panels are meant to stay up for decades, so many providers suggest replacing an aging roof first.

How do I check the provider?

Ask for their contractor license (if your state requires one) and proof of insurance before signing anything. It's on you as the homeowner to check.

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